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The
West Coast of Vancouver Island
offers some of the
world's finest adventures
in a setting few can ever forget.
Photos above care of Majestic Kayaking, Tauca Lea Resort & Spa
and Whale Watching companies listed below.
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AQUAMARINE
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SEAFARI 200 Hemlock St., Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0 726-5250 Private marine excursions by Lance Blackwell Barkley Sound & the Broken Group Islands. More than whales. Full interpretive tour. Smallcraft Harbour Floathouse. www.westcoastwhales.com |
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ARCHIPELAGO
WILDLIFE CRUISES
Whiskey Landing Marina in Ucluelet (250) 726-8289 See whales, bears, sealions, otters, and eagles in comfort aboard a spacious 53' yacht. Champagne Sunset Cruise Broken Group Island National Park gourmet lunch cruise A cruise of a different nature! Charters available. www.archipelagocruises.com |
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CANADIAN
PRINCESS RESORT
1943 Peninsula, Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0 1-800-663-7090 (250) 726-7771 Deluxe whale watching & fishing tours aboard 50ft. cabin cruisers with the latest in technology & amenities. Guided by experienced crews. Package tours. Ucluelet Boat Basin. |
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JAMIE'S WHALING STATION 168 Fraser Lane, Ucluelet 1-800-470-7444 or (250) 726- 7444 The original westcoast whale watchers, est 1982. Est.1982. Zodiacs to 65' vessels (heated cabin, liquor license). Guaranteed Whale or Bear trips. Hot Springs Kayak Meares Island Barkley Sound Fishing Scenic Flights. Also in Tofino. jamies.com |
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SUBTIDAL ADVENTURES 1950 Peninsula, BC V0R 3A0 Toll-free: 1-877-444-1134 or (250) 726-7336 Visit the Caribbean of the west coast! Boat cruises with Ucluelet's oldest charter company (est. 1978). 36' ex-coast guard rescue boat or 24' fast & fun zodiac. Whales, sealions, eagles, & Broken Group Islands Nature Tour, with beach stop. Box 78x, Ucluelet, BC VOR 3A0 www.subtidaladventures.com |
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FISHMYSTER Ucluelet Boat Basin www.fishmyster.com cell: (250) 720-5118 Fishing for salmon, halibut, & bottom fish. 20 years guide experience. Covered, heated, transport Canada approved vessels. Fish packaging provided. Ken Myers quality assured. |
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ISLAND WEST FISHING RESORT 1990 Bay St., Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0 (250) 726-4624 Quality Salmon & Halibut fishing Experienced west coast guides Personal & professional service All equipment provided. Resort facilities, marine pub & campground. |
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LONG BEACH
FISHING CHARTERS
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Bay Street, Ucluelet BC V0R 3A0 1-877-726-2878 or (250) 726-FISH (3474) We deal in "reel" fun. Professionally guided salmon and halibut charters since 1976. Boats are 24' to 25' SEARAYS, exceeding coast guard requirements. Gear and fish processing provided. |
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| PACIFIC RIM FISHING CHARTERS Ucluelet Boat Basin 1-877-871-8771 DOT approved World famous salmon & halibut fishing! Fast 30' heated vessels with private washrooms. www.pacificrimfishingcharters.com. |
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SUBTIDAL
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1950 Peninsula, BC V0R 3A0 Toll-free: 1-877-444-1134 or (250) 726-7336 Visit the Caribbean of the west coast! Boat cruises with Ucluelet's oldest charter company (est. 1978). 36' ex-coast guard rescue boat or 24' fast & fun zodiac. Whales, sealions, eagles, & Broken Group Islands Nature Tour, with beach stop. Box 78x, Ucluelet, BC VOR 3A0 www.subtidaladventures.com |
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TOQUAHT WILDLIFE SAFARI 1971 Peninsula 726-4230 Voyageur canoe BEAR watching along protected coastal shores with a Native guide. |
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UCLUELET SPORTFISHING.com cell: (250) 720-6850 Simeon Schmidt customised salmon & halibut fishing. Stand-up bathroom aboard covered heated boat. |
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COASTAL
KNIGHTS KAYAKING
Ucluelet,B.C. (250) 726-4202 www.coastalknights.com Ucluelet's premier adventure company. Fully guided day and evening paddles. All ages and experience levels, lessons included. Bear and wildlife eco-tours by kayak or our NEW dory boat. $55 and up. Lodging packages available. |
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INNER RHYTHM SURF CAMP & SURF SHOP: 250-726-3456 For all your surfing needs. Offering daily lessons at Wichaninnish Beach, warm rental gear and surfing camps. All inclusive, equipment provided. All ages welcome. Open all year. Surf Shop: 1685 Peninsula Road. www.innerrhythm.net |
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MAJESTIC OCEAN KAYAKING 1167 Helen Road, Ucluelet 1-800-889-7644 (250) 726-2868 Kayaking in the Broken Group Islands. Whale and bear watching. Lessons from certified guides. Quality equipment, gourmet meals, 16 years of local experience. Fun for all avility levels. Try our Pacific Rim National Park, Barkley and Clayoquot Sound tours. Guided full, half or multi day trips. Zodiac/kayak day trip. www.oceankayaking.com |
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PACIFIC RIM INFORMATIVE ADVENTURES (PRIA): (250) 726-2773 PRIA offers a wide variety of educational and fun kayaking courses for all levels. All our knowledgeable kayak instructors are certified. Courses available all year round. Kayaks and immersion gear provided. Order online our book: "Kayaking the Broken Group Islands. The Essential Guidebook" . www.priaoutback.com |
| PADDLE WEST KAYAKING: 168 Fraser Lane at JAMIES, Ucluelet (250) 726- 7444 Paddle with the sea lions in protected harbour waters or feel the exhilaration of an open coast tour! Daily bear watching paddles. Your adventure awaits you! www.paddlewest.com | |
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UKEE BIKES, BOARDS, & KITES 1559 Imperial Lane 726-BIKE (2453) Sales, Rental, Repair, and Service in Ucluelet's Village Square Shops. Hourly, daily, long term and group bike rental rates. Featuring Trek Bicycles. Open Tuesday to Friday 10 am to 6 pm. Saturday 10am to 5 pm. Closed Sunday and Monday. www.ukeebikes.com |
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WEST COAST WILD ADVENTURES (Flight Seeing) 1900 Bay Street (Island West Resort) (250) 726-7715 Flight Seeing Tours Charters Custom wilderness picnics Aerial Whale Watching Hot Springs Cougar Annie's Garden Della Falls Dockside at Island West Resort |
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| BROWNING PASS CHARTERS 390 Main Street (250) 725-3342 or 726-8605 TCruise in comfort on our 37 foot yacht. Excellent viewing deck for bear, whales and wildlife. HEated cabin and washroom. Dinner cruises, Hot Springs, Freedom Cove, private charters. www.browningpass.com | |
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JAMIE'S
WHALING STATION 606 Campbell Street, Box 129 Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 1-800-667-9913 or (250) 725-3919 The original westcoast whale watchers, est 1982. Guaranteed whale or bear trips Hot Springs Kayak 4 x 4 surfing Meares Island zodiacs to 65' vessels. Also in Ucluelet. jamies.com |
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OCEAN
OUTFITTERS #5
- 421 Main St., Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 1-877-90-OCEAN (62326) or (250) 725-2866 The ultimate in whale & bear-watching, Hot Springs & birding. Guaranteed sightings. Luxury vessels w/ washrooms (Zodiacs or covered). Family rates. Accommodation available. www.oceanoutfitters.bc.ca |
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REMOTE PASSAGES Box 624S, 71 Wharf Street, Tofino BC V0R 2Z0 1-800-666-9833 or (250) 725-3330 Whale Watch / Hot Springs with the Zodiac specialists - also new heated cabin boat. Experience whales, bears, rainforest. www.remotepassages.com See also kayaking. |
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SEASIDE ADVENTURES 300 Main St. Box 178, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 1-888-332-4252 OR (250) 725-2292 The ultimate in west coast adventure. Daily Hot Springs Whale Watching Bear Watching Scenic Cruises Fishing Charters Accommodation packages available. |
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THE WHALE
CENTRE
Clayoquot Sound Eco-Tours411 Campbell (250) 725-2132 or 1-888-474-2288
Whale
Watch
Hot
Springs
Bear
Watch
Bird
Watch
Museum Local Skippers.
The company that cares. Established 1983 www.tofinowhalecentre.com Adventures since '85. www.tofinowhalecentre.com |
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BRUCE'S SMILEY SEAS CHARTERS 380 Main (Method Marine) (250) 725-2557 Fish salmon & halibut with comfort & courtesy aboard our 21' Wellcraft. Topnotch equipment & tackle backed by 30 years of experience. Families & novices welcome. Year round. |
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OSPRAY FISHING CHARTERS & LODGE 450 Neil St., Tofino BC V0R 2Z0 1-888-2TOFINO (1-888-286-3466) (local 250-725-2133) First class guided salmon & halibut fishing adventures aboard 28 ft. cruisers since 1987. Accommodation Packages. www.ospray.com & www.tofinolodge.com. |
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| JUST BIRDING By Foot. . . .by Canoe. . . .by Sea (250) 725-8018 (cell) From kids & beginners to keen birders, what do you want to see? Watch Bald Eagles by canoe, boat tour for seabirds or walk the forest & shore. Follow 40 years of bird guiding! Tofino and Ucluelet. www.justbirding.com | |
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TOFINO BOTANICAL GARDENS (& Cafe) 1084 PacRim Hwy (250) 725-1220 12 acres of magical gardens, exhibits, sculptures, exotic & native plants, bird watching, and shoreline trails. Fun educational and affordable for families, gardners, nature enthusiasts, art lovers and even non-gardeners. Also SOBO restaurant offers gourmet meals in a sunny, artistic setting. |
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LONG BEACH GOLF COURSE Near airport & Long Beach (250) 725-3332 Challenge yourself to 9 holes of golf at a course that is green year-round. Also visit our Pro Shop, Driving Range & Coffee Shop. Banquet facilities & Campground available! |
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TOFINO AIRLINES First Street Wharf (250) 725-4454 Toll-Free: 1-866-486-3247 Tour Clayoquot Sound Hot Springs Cougar Annie's Garden Remote beach & lake drop-offs Strathcona Park Glaciers Whale watching. |
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LIVE TO SURF - The Original Tofino Surf Shop - 1180 Tofino Highway (250) 725-4464 Established in 1984, Live To Surf has the largest rental selection in CANADA. Specializing in Surf, Skate, Skim, we offer a wide variety of Sales, Rentals, and Lessons for any and all ages. Come in and visit the shop with experience. Live To Surf. www.livetosurf.com. |
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PACIFIC SURF SCHOOL at STORM SURF SHOP 448 Campbell, Tofino (250) 725-2155 Catch the EXPERIENCE! Hang out with our coastal crew & learn to surf. We offer daily walk-in lessons, weekend camps, male & female instructors. All gear supplied. |
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STORM SURF SHOP 448 Campbell St. Tofino (250) 725-3344 The Tofino Surf Shop. High performance surf gear. Sales and rentals. Street wear and skate boards. Friendly and experienced staff of surfers will answer your questions. www.stormsurf.com |
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SURF SISTER SURF SCHOOL 625 Campbell Street, Tofino 1-877-724-SURF (7873) or (250) 725-4456 Learn to surf with Tofino's ORIGINAL surf school! Surf Sister offers Daily Lessons (for guys too!), Weekend Clinics, Teen Camps, Mother & Daughter Camps and All-Inclusive Packages. All ages and abilities welcome! Gear provided. Year round! www.surfsister.com |
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PADDLE WEST KAYAKING 305 Campbell paddlewest.com (250) 725-4281 Guided Kayak daytrips to the beautiful islands and rainforest of Clayoquot Sound. | ||
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REMOTE PASSAGES SEA KAYAKING 71 Wharf St., Tofino V0R 2Z0 1-800-666-9833 or (250) 725-3330 Guided day & evening paddles. Introductory lesson included; No experience necessary. Knowledgeable guides, and interpretive programs. www.remotepassages.com | ||
| TLAOOK CULTURAL ADVENTURES Main Street, Tofino 1-877-942-2663 Paddle a traditional ocean-going cedar canoe with a First Nations guide. Inlet paddle, Meares Island tour, or Cluptl-Chas Adventure canoe & salmon BBQ day trip. 725-2656 |
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TOFINO
SEA KAYAKING
320 Main Street, Box 624S Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0 (250) 725-4222 or 1-800-863-4664 Educational & Fun, single & multi-day nature tours; lodge based and wilderness camping; no experience required. Rentals, courses, supplies & info. Est. 1988. |
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MARINE SUPPLY
(250) 725-3251 Marine fuel facility & 1,000 sq. foot marine store. Fishing gear, dive gear, hardware, clothing, & ship chandler. Camping gear rentals. Also Storm Light Outfitters. 380 Main Street. |
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| ANCIENT CEDARS SPA at Wickaninnish Inn, Osprey Lane 250-725-3113 Pamper yourself with a massage, facial or body treatment in the tranquil ambience of the Wickaninnish Inn. Services available by appointment, please call ahead. | |||
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PACIFIC COAST MASSAGE THERAPY 243 Main Street 250-726-7779 Registered Therapists. Deep tissue or relaxation massage available. Check your extended healthcare coverage. Services available by appointment, please call ahead | ||
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The SPA
AT TAUCA LEA RESORT
1971 Harbour Drive, Ucluelet 250-726-4612 Newest full service spa on the westcoast. Discover a refuge of tranquillity, harmony and rejuvenation. Reservations recommended. Tauca Lea Resort and Spa. |
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PACIFIC RIM INFORMATIVE ADVENTURES (PRIA): (250) 726-2773. Get your Backroad Map & Outdoor Recreation Guide for the Tofino-Ucluelet-Pacific Rim area. It features a multi-use trail network, logging roads, recreational activities, locations of interest and more. Explore the backcountry! Order Online at www.priaoutback.com | ||
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